Episode 26: From Reactive to Reflective: Cultivating Learner-Centered Literacy Through Student Voice (with Dr. Stephanie Buelow)
Dr. Stephanie Buelow, Associate Professor of Literacy Education at the University of Hawaii, shares her experiences and insights as an educator aimed at putting learners at the center through literacy instruction and teacher development. Stephanie discusses key moments that shaped her teaching philosophy, including the power of student conversation and letting students take the lead with technology integration. She also reflects on how being a parent has influenced her view of honoring students as whole people. Key topics covered include: ๐ Moving beyond novel studies to provide authentic reading experiences ๐ซ The need for extended clinical experiences in teacher preparation programs ๐ฃ๏ธ Developing a literacy clinic for teacher candidates to apply their learning ๐ฅ Envisioning fluid, collaborative models of co-teaching for novice educators โ๏ธ Stephanie's own journey to developing an identity as a reader after college Stephanie shares her vision for education that empowers both teachers and students through autonomy, collaboration, and investing in people over programs.
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